Cuttack Chandi Temple

Dedicated to Goddess Bhuvaneshwari, fourth among the Ten Maha Vidyas, Cuttack Chandi Temple is a remarkable Hindu shrine. It rests on the banks of the River Mahanadi and has an interesting tale associated with it. According to the tale, the idol of the goddess was discovered by the first priest of the temple while he was resting under a tree and felt an energy passing through his body. At that night, he saw the divine mother telling him to dig the place where he sat and bring the idol out. After digging for hours, an idol of the goddess was discovered.

It Is Known For:-

1) Cuttack Chandi Temple is an ancient temple in Odisha.

2) It is built in the Hindu style of architecture and boasts beautiful carvings on its interior and exterior walls.

3) The idol of the goddess is said to be the family deity of the Gajapati clan and was buried in order to save it from the Muslim invasions.

4) The festivals like Durga Puja and Kali Puja are the prominent festivals that are celebrated here with a great zest.

Best Time To Visit:-

Cuttack Chandi Temple is a famous temple and is frequently visited by devotees. On an annual average, this shrine welcomes over 700 devotees. Marking the presence on Durga Puja and Kali Puja is a great time to witness the ceremonial pomp.

Reaching There:-

Cuttack Chandi Temple has a wider connectivity of the roads that connect it with the rest of the parts of Odisha. The local buses and taxis are available in multitude for commuting to and from the temple.

Nearest Railway Station:- Cuttack Junction

Nearest Airport:- Biju Patnaik International Airport